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About Duke Energy Convention Center

The Duke Energy Convention Center (DECC) stands as Cincinnati's premier downtown event hub, recently reimagined during a transformative renovation. Located at 525 Elm Street in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, the DECC offers expansive space for conventions, exhibitions, and large gatherings. With a total footprint around 750,000 square feet, the venue boasts substantial exhibit space and a grand ballroom that can host a wide array of events. Whether you’re planning a trade show, conference, or a major expo, the DECC is equipped to handle it with flexible configurations and robust support services.

We’ve got you covered for every step of your event—from seating and parking to transit options and nearby partner-tested hotels and dining. Secure your seats and plan your visit with confidence, knowing you’re connected to a reliable network that prioritizes a smooth, straightforward experience.

Note: The DECC is connected to the broader convention district through skywalks and is served by downtown streetcar and bus lines, making for easy access from across Cincinnati. A future convention district hotel with about 800 rooms will anchor the area, with Marriott branding tying in closely to the district’s hospitality ecosystem.

Key statistics to help with planning: seating configurations include Theater 11,700 seats, Banquet 12,550, and Classroom 3,180. Maximum single-floor exhibit space reaches 92,350 sq ft. On-site parking accommodates approximately 5,000 vehicles, and a nearby Elm Street garage (609 Elm) offers an additional 680-space option just north of the center. For guests traveling by transit, the DECC is accessible via downtown streetcar and bus routes, with a convenient skywalk to the adjacent convention district hotel area.

Current and upcoming events in the post-renovation era include RedsFest returning January 2026, the Cincinnati Home + Garden Show in February 2026, and the Cincinnati Comic Expo’s temporary relocation during renovation years. As you plan, consider our affiliate recommendations for hotels and dining to streamline your stay and meals around event days.

We’ll help you secure your seats, parking, and convenient stays—reliable support, no fuss, just the right connections for your Cincinnati event experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
  • Venue type: Downtown convention center (rebranded as the reimagined DECC during renovation).
  • Total space: approximately 750,000 sq ft; Exhibit space: about 200,000 sq ft; Grand Ballroom: ~40,000 sq ft.
  • Seating/chart capacities (typical configurations): Theater 11,700; Banquet 12,550; Classroom 3,180; Max exhibit space on a single floor 92,350 sq ft.
  • Parking: on-site parking for about 5,000 vehicles; nearby garages include a 680-space Elm Street garage (609 Elm) just north of the center.
  • Transit/access: located in downtown Cincinnati with streetcar/bus access in the core, and a skywalk to the nearby convention district hotel.
  • Nearby hotels: planned convention district hotel across Fifth Street (approximately 800 rooms); anchor hotel tied to Marriott branding.
  • Notable events hosted: RedsFest (returning January 2026 as the first event after reopening); Cincinnati Home + Garden Show (February 2026); Cincinnati Comic Expo temporarily relocated during renovation (2024–2025).